Academic and clinical lecturers

Professor Pekka K. VallittuDDS, PhD, FADM

Professor and Chair of the Department of Biomaterials ScienceDirector of the BioCity Turku Biomaterials Research ProgramDirector of Turku Clinical Biomaterials Centre – TCBCChief Dentist of the Municipal Health Care Department of Turku CityHonorary professor at the University of Hong Kong, PRCVisiting professor at King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

2010 Board member of the Nordic Institute of Dental Materials2007 Was appointed as an evaluator in the panel of Dutch Dental Research2002 Was nominated an expert in Dental Materials for the Swedish Social Ministry2000 Specialized in prosthetic dentistry and oral rehabilitation (EPA-Recognized Prosthodontist) at the University of Turku, Finland1995–2006 Docent in Prosthetic Materials Science, University of Turku, Finland1994 Graduated as a Licentiate of Odontology and got his Doctor of Odontology (Ph.D.) at the University of Kuopio, Finland1988 Graduated as a Certified Dental Technician at the Institute of Dental Technology, Kuopio, Finland

Professor Vallittu has published over 400 peer-reviewed scientific papers in international journals. He has supervised 22 PhD dissertations. An area of his research has been focused on fiber-reinforced composites.

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Prof. Dr. med. dent. Head Division of Fixed Prosthodontics and Biomaterials at the University of Geneva

2013– Head of the Division of Fixed Prosthodontics and Biomaterials at the University of Geneva.2010– Associate Professor at the Clinic of Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics and Dental Material Sciences in Zurich2009– Adjunct Associate Professorship at the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences, Robert Schattner Center, School of Dental Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, USA.2007 Visiting Scholar at the Department of Biomaterials and Biomimetics, Dental College, New York University, USA2003 Assistant Professorship at the Clinic of Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics and Dental Material Sciences in Zurich1997–1998 Dr. med. Dent. Degree, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tübingen, Germany

Dr. Irena Sailer is a Specialist in Prosthodontics (Swiss Society for Reconstructive Dentistry), and holds a specialization degree in Dental Implantology (WBA) of the Swiss Society for Dentistry.

Bart Vandenberghe was a finalist for the Research Award of the International Dentomaxillofacial Radiology Association in 2007 (Beijing, China) and won the second price in 2011 (Hiroshima, Japan). He is an author and co-author of numerous international publications and a reviewer for many international journals, as well as an editorial board member of the Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Research. Since 2012 he has been a member of the central council of the European Academy of Dentomaxillofacial Radiology as the chair of the Scientific Committee. Besides his academic endeavors, he organized the first dental mission for the Tierra Bomba Organization in 2007, where he provided dental care and preventive dental education at a local school on the island of Tierra Bomba, Colombia.

Currently, Mr. Vandenberghe is finalizing a research grant in 3D Cone Beam imaging and 3D follow-up, and until 2015 was working part-time at the Department of Prosthetic Dentistry of the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, teaching and integrating novel techniques in the field of digital dentistry. He also founded Advimago, a clinic and training center for advanced oral imaging, in Brussels.

Dr. Alex Touchstone has 20 years of experience in the clinical application of digital dentistry in his dental practice. Over the past several years, he has had the privilege of teaching hundreds of dentists per year on how to grow their practices through proper integration of carefully selected technologies. Alex serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in the Postgraduate Prosthodontics Division. In addition, he is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of the online education and networking portal LearnDigitalDentistry.com, created for the benefit of dentists and team members who are driven to excellence in the digital restorative community. Alex is also the creator and team leader of cadcamcan.com and holds two US patents in the area of shade control for translucent dental restorations. He serves on the Clinical Advisory Board for Natural Dental Implants AG, and is the Creative Director of Organic Media Studio LLC.

Vincent FehmerMDT

Master Dental Technician (MDT) at the Clinic for Fixed Prosthodontics and Biomaterials, Center for Dental and Medicine, University of Geneva, Switzerland (Head: Prof. Dr. I. Sailer)

2015–Dental Technician at the Clinic for Fixed Prothodontics and Biomaterials in Geneva, Switzerland and runs his own laboratory in Lausanne, Switzerland2009–2014 Chief dental technician at the Clinic for Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics, Zurich, Switzerland2009 Degree as MDT in Germany2003–2009 Worked at an Oral Design certified laboratory, Berlin, Germany - The Dental Manufaktur Mehrhof2002–2003 Fellowships in Great Britan and the US in Oral Design certified dental technical laboratories2002 Dental technical education and degree in Stuttgart, Germany in 2002

MDT Fehmer is a Fellow of the International Team for Implantology, and a member of the Oral Design group, the European Association of Dental Technology (EADT) and German Society of Esthetic Dentistry (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Ästhetische Zahnheilkunde, DGÄZ). He is active as speaker on a national and international Level. Mr. Fehmer has received honours like the prize for the Best Master Program of the Year (Berlin, Germany). He has published numerous articles within the field of fixed prosthodontics and dental technology.

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Walter RenneAssociate Professor, D.M.D

Medical University of South Carolina, College of Dental Medicine

2008– Director of CAD/CAM Technology at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine, USA2013– Associate Professor; Department of Oral Rehabilitation Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine, USA2010–2013 Assistant Professor: Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston, SC College of Dental Medicine - Full time faculty Tenure Track, Dental Faculty Practice Active General Practitioner2008–2010 Instructor: Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston, SC College of Dental Medicine - Full time faculty Tenure Track, Dental Faculty Practice Active General Practitioner2004–2008 D.M.D at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine, USA1999–2003 B.S at College of Charleston, USA

Dr. Walter Renne is currently an Associate Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Renne is a renowned professional in utilizing CAD/CAM technologies in dentistry, and has acted as the Director of CAD/CAM technology at the Medical University of South Carolina. He has instructed numerous courses in CAD/CAM dentistry, Prosthodontics and Esthetic Dentistry among others. Dr. Renne has also been rewarded numerous teaching awards for his work with students.

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Rupert AustinClinical Lecturer and Specialist Prosthodontist

Clinical Lecturer and Specialist Prostodontist, Clinical Lead for Digital Dentistry King's College London Dental Institute at Guy's, King's and St. Thomas' Hospitals, London, UK

2015Masters in Clinical Dentistry, Kings College London Dental Institute, UK (MClinDent Prosthodontics) Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Educators (FAcadMEd) 2014Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Education, Kings Learning Institute (PGCert) 2011Doctor of Philosophy, King's College London, UK (PhD) Topic: The role of fluoride on erosion, attrition and abrasion of human enamel and dentine 2008Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice, King's Learning Institute Membership (GCAP) Membership of the joint Dental Faculties of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (MJDF RCS Eng) 2006Bachelor of Dental Surgery with Honours, University of Manchester School of Dentistry, UK (BDS Hons)

Dr. Austin specializes in prosthodontics and dental wear. The main focus of his research is to enhance diagnosis and treatment of dental hard tissue pathologies using innovative optical imaging technology.

Currently Dr. Austin is working as Specialist in Prosthodontics at King's College London Dental Institute treating patients requiring complex prosthodontics care. Furthermore, he has been treating patients with fixed, removable and implant prosthodontics cases for almost 10 years as a private practitioner in UK.

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Professor Timo NärhiDDS, PhD

Professor of Prosthetic Dentistry, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomaterials Science at the University of Turku, FinlandChief Hospital Dentist in the Clinic of Oral Diseases at the Turku University Central Hospital

2012–2013 President of the European Prosthodontic Association2004–2005 President of the IADR Implant Research Group2003–2004 President of the European College on Gerodontology1998– Holds a teacher position at the Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomaterials Science at the University of Turku, Finland1996–1998 Worked as a senior teacher in the Sector of Oral Function at the University of Nijmegen, Netherlands1995–1996 Worked as a visiting professor at the University of Iowa, USA1994 Completed his PhD thesis at the University of Helsinki, Finland1986 Graduated as a DDS at the University of Turku, Finland

Professor Närhi has published over 100 articles in international and national scientific journals. He is a supervisor for nine PhD theses. His research is focused on biomaterials, implantology and gerodontology.

2016 Gold member of The British Dental Bleaching Society2015–Chairman for Russia of the European Society of Cosmetic Dentistry (ESCD) 2012– Counselor for The Society for Color and Appearance in Dentistry (SCAD) for Russia1996Graduated as a Dentist at Saint-Petersburg State Medical University

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Juha VarrelaDDS, PhD, Specialist in Orthodontics

Professor and Head, Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics Dean, Institute of Dentistry University of Turku, Finland Chief Dentist, Turku City Health Services

1998–Professor and Head, Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics (University of Turku, Finland)2011–2015 Chairman of the Board, Finnish Dental Foundation2007–2009 President of the Finnish Dental Society Apollonia1996–1998 Acting Professor, Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics (University of Turku, Finland)1994–1996 Assistant Professor (University of Toronto, Canada)1991–1992 Acting Professor of Orthodontics (University of Kuopio, Finland)1989–1990 Visiting Professor (University of Toronto, Canada)1988 Specialist in Orthodontics (University of Turku, Finland)1984 PhD (University of Turku, Finland)1980 Research Fellow (Institute of Child Health, University of London, UK)1976 Licentiate of Odontology (University of Turku, Finland)

Dr. Varrela’s main areas of scientific interest include genetic and environmental regulation of growth and development, early development of malocclusions, and early orthodontic treatment. Dr. Varrela has published over 80 articles including original articles, reviews and patents.

Professor Özcan has authored more than 350 scientific and clinical articles in peer-reviewed journals, has given over 500 presentations at international scientific meetings, is a frequent lecturer at scientific meetings, receiver of several international awards and has held numerous continuing education courses in Europe. She serves also for the editorial boards of numerous scientific journals. Her clinical expertise is on reconstructive dentistry with a particular emphasis on adhesive applications.

She has also Visiting Professor positions at various universities including São Paolo State University (Brazil), Federal University of Juiz de Fora (Brazil), University of Brno (Czech Republic), University of Madrid (Spain), University of Hong Kong (China) and University of Florida (USA).

She is EPA-Recognized Specialist in Prosthodontics, Honorary Secretary of the European Prosthodontic Association (EPA), President of the International Association of Dental Research (IADR) / Dental Materials Group (DMG), Fellow of Academy of Dental Materials (FADM), Fellow of International College of Dentistry (FICD) and Fellow in Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, FDS RCPS (Glasgow).

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Scott D. GanzDDS, Specialist in Maxillofacial Prosthetics

2016– Co-Director, Advanced Implant Education2014– Editor-n-Chief, Cone Beam International Magazine of Cone Beam Dentistry 2012– Director, Ganz Institute for Applied 3D implant Reconstruction, Mexico 1986– Owner, Fort Lee Dental Associates dental practice, New Jersey, United States 1984 Received his certificate in Maxillofacial Prosthetics from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) 1981 Graduated as DMD from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, United States

Dr. Scott D. Ganz graduated from the University of Medicine and Dentistry - New Jersey Dental School and then completed a three-year specialty program in Maxillofacial Prosthetics at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. He is well published in many scientific journals and more than a dozen professional textbooks. He delivers presentations both nationally and internationally as a featured speaker on the Prosthetic and Surgical phases of Implant Dentistry, and is considered one of the world's leading experts in the field of Computer Utilization for Diagnostic, Graphical, Interactive Treatment Planning, CBCT, and CAD CAM Applications in Dentistry.

Dr. Ganz is a Past President of the N.J. Section of the American College of Prosthodontists and Past President of the CAI Academy (Computer-Aided Implantology Academy).

Professor Arzu Tezvergil-MutluayDDS, PhD, FADM

Professor, ProsthodonticsInterim Chair and Professor, Department of Restorative Dentistry and EndodonticsAcademy Research FellowInstitute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Finland

2009–2010 Worked as a visiting scientist at the Medical College of Georgia, GA, USA2004, 2006 Completed her PhD from the University of Turku, Finland (2006) and Gazi University, Turkey (2004)2003, 2005 Worked as a visiting scientist at Nordic Institute of Dental Materials (NIOM), Norway2001 Worked as a visiting scientist at the University of Turku, Institute of Dentistry, Finland1995 Received her dental degree from the Faculty of Dentistry at Hacettepe University, Turkey

Dr. Arzu Tezvergil-Mutluay is the leader of the Adhesive Dentistry Research group at University of Turku, Finland. Her research interests include dental materials including fiber-reinforced composite materials, high-strength ceramic materials, dentin bonding, luting cements, development of experimental primers and adhesive resins, and minimal invasive restorations. She has authored or co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications, and is currently supervising 3 PhD students. Her current research is supported by funding from the Academy of Finland.

Anthony Mennito (Tony) is an Associate Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine. He is the division director for digital dentistry and runs the CAD/CAM and Esthetic clinics at the school. Tony was on the team that helped develop and test the E4D Compare computer assisted learning software and is the Chief Operations Officer for CuRE Innovations, a biotech startup that creates materials to improve restoration longevity. Tony lectures internationally and has numerous published papers on the topic of digital dentistry. He maintains a private practice in Charleston, South Carolina with an emphasis on CAD/CAM and esthetic restorations. He has lectured as a key opinion leader for Ivoclar Vivadent, E4D technologies and Kuraray.

Zachary P. EvansDMD, PhD, Periodontist

2017– Assistant Professor MUSC, Dept. Stomatology, Division of Periodontics2015–2017 Research Assistant Professor MUSC, Dept. Oral Health Sciences2015– Chief Scientific Officer, CuRE Innovations, Charleston, SC2011–2014Residency, Medical University of South Carolina, College of Dental Medicine, Division of Periodontics.2011 DMD, Medical University of South Carolina, College of Dental Medicine, Division of Periodontics.2008 PhD, Medical University of South Carolina2002 BS, College of Charleston, South Carolina2000 Laboratory Technician

Dr. Evans has over twenty basic-science and clinical peer-reviewed scientific publications, and recently completed research involving to the design of CAD-CAM root-analog dental implants from cone-beam CT images. For his research and academic efforts, he has lectured nationally and has received numerous awards.

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Clinical Professor in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology at the University of Hong Kong

2016–Clinical Professor in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China 2016–Visiting Professor at the OMFS-IMPATH Research Group, Department of Imaging and Pathology, University of Leuven, Belgium2014 Associate Professor in the field of Oral Surgery and Stomatology, University of Bern2009 Obtained the Habilitation (Privatdozent / PhD), University of Bern2007–2014Head of the Section of Dental Radiology and Stomatology, University of Bern 2000–2002Specialisation in oral surgery and stomatology in Bern (Prof. Dr. D. Buser)2004 Visiting Assistant Professor at the Department of Periodontics (Prof. Dr. D. Cochran) at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, USA1998–1999Specialisation in oral surgery and stomatology in Basel (Prof. Dr. Dr. J. Th. Lambrecht)1998 Obtained his dental degree (1998) and thesis (Dr. med. dent., 2001) at the University of Basel

Professor Bornstein's fields of research include cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in clinical dental practice, diagnostic imaging, stomatology/oral medicine, GBR procedures and dental implants. He has published over 120 original articles, and is the author / co-author of numerous case reports, review articles, and book chapters.

Mark LudlowAssistant Professor, Prosthodontist, DMD

Medical University of South Carolina

2015–Division Director of Implant Prosthodontics, Assistan Professor at Medical University of South Carolina2015 Graduated as a Prosthodontist at the University of North Carolina2014–CE course presenter in Advanced Implant Dentistry at the Mediterranean Prosthodontic Institute 2013–Article and manuscript reviewer at the Journal of Prosthodontics 2013–CE presenter at Dentsply Implants Symposium 2014–2015 Course instructor for the Fixed Prosthodontics, RPD, and Digital Dentistry courses at the University of North Carolina 2006–2012 Private Practice 2002–2006 DMD at University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine2001–2002 Dental Technician

Dr. Mark Ludlow gained his DMD in dentistry at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. He is currently an assistant professor and Director of the Implant Prosthodontics division at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Ludlow has lectured in various subjects at both Universities and private clinics.

DT Madalena Pires has 5 years of experience with CAD CAM in the Laboratory with Cercon and Lava systems creating zirconia structures. She also has 15 years of experience as a dental technician in several countries that include France, Portugal, Malaysia and USA.

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Professor Silin AlexeyDDS

Head of the Department of General Practice Dentistry, North-Western State Medical University n.a. I.I. Mechnikov, Russia

2009– Vice-rector of Science and International Cooperation, North-Western State Medical University n.a. I.I. Mechnikov, Russia2005–2009 Deputy Dean, Dental Faculty, North-Western State Medical University n.a. I.I. Mechnikov, Russia2005– Head of Department of General Practice Dentistry, North-Western State Medical University n.a. I.I. Mechnikov, Russia2004 Assistant Professor at the Department of Orthodontics, North-Western State Medical University n.a. I.I. Mechnikov, Russia1998 Assistant Teacher at the Orthodontics and Prosthesis course, the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Russia1993 Clinical internship, the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Leningrad Medical Institute pf Portgraduate Studies, Russia1993 Graduated as DDS from the Leningrad Medical University n.a. I.P.Pavlov, Russia

Professor Silin frequently lectures in international and national congresses and meetings on maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics and pediatrics. His clinical consultation services focus on treatment of patients with dentofacial anomalies, TMJ disorder, partial and general lack of teeth. Prof. Silin has published 34 journal articles, 7 study guides for clinical residents and dental practitioners and he currently holds 3 patents. Prof. Silin is the Vice-President of Orthodontists Professional Society of Russia and has served as expert for various Government institutions in Russia.

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Timo SuojärviDDS, MSc, Specialist Prosthodontist

2012Specialized in prosthodontics and stomatognathic physiology (M.Sc.), University of Helsinki, Finland 2004 Graduated as DDS from the University of Helsinki, Finland

Dr. Timo Suojärvi is an energetic and resourceful prosthodontist from Helsinki, Finland. He graduated from Helsinki University in 2004 and finished his specialisation programme in prosthodontics and stomatognathic physiology (M.Sc.) in 2012. He is currently working as a private practitioner in the centre of Helsinki and as a senior consulting physician at Helsinki University Central Hospital. Timo is motivated in implementing novel technological solutions in his practice and has a vast experience in dental CAD/CAM solutions and implant planning softwares. Timo is an active member of Finnish Dental Association, EAO and ITI and he has been involved in organising numerous education events in Finland and internationally.

Professor Timo Peltomäki DDS, PhD, Specialist in Orthodontics

Professor in Dentistry, School of Medicine, University of Tampere, Finland Chief Dentist, Oral and Maxillofacial Unit, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland

2014 Professor in Dentistry, School of Medicine, University of Tampere, Finland 2012 Title of Docent in Oral Development and Orthodontics, University of Turku, Finland 2005–2009 Professor and Chairman, Clinic for Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, Center for Dental and Oral Medicine and Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Zurich, Switzerland 2000–2005 Associate Professor, Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, University of Turku, Finland 2000–2005 Specialist in Orthodontics, Department of Oral Diseases, Turku University Central Hospital, Finland 1999–2000 Research Fellow, Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, New York University Medical Center, USA 1999 Associate Professor in Orthodontics, University of Turku 1997–1998Chief Administrative Dentist, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku 1996–1997Assistant Professor in Orthodontics, University of Turku 1993–1996Orthodontist, Al-Ajaji Dental Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 1993Doctor of Odontological Science (PhD), University of Turku, Finland 1988Specialist Degree in Orthodontics, Ministry of Health, Finland 1984–1993Various positions (Assistant, Senior Orthodontist, Assistant Professor), Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Finland 1983–1984Health Center Dentist, Ähtäri, Finland 1982Licenciate of Odontology (DDS), University of Turku, Finland

Professor Peltomäki has been an invited speaker in more than 120 national and international conferences, and has published over 100 peer-reviewed scientific papers in international journals.

Anna-Maria Le Bell-RönnlöfDDS, PhD

Lecturer, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomaterials Research, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku

2007 Completed her PhD thesis at the University of Turku, Finland1998 Received her licentiate of Odontology degree from the University of Turku, Finland

The research interest of Dr. Anna-Maria Le Bell-Rönnlöf includes dental materials and FRC in endodontically treated teeth. She is currently supervising elective studies and a PhD student. She also works as a private practitioner at a private clinic in Turku.

Mustafa Murat MutluayDDS, PhD

Lecturer, Department of Operative Dentistry and Endodontics, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku

2013– University Lecturer at Department of Operative Dentistry and Endodontics, University of Turku, Turku, Finland and as a clinical instructor at Turku City Teaching Clinics, Turku, Finland2012 Post-doctoral research associate at Department of Mechanical Engineering University of Maryland, Maryland, USA2010 Received his PhD degree from Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Stomatognathic Physiology, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway2009–2010 Visiting Research Scholar at Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Section of Dental Materials, Georgia Regents University, Georgia, USA2003–2007 Research fellow and clinical instructor at Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Stomatognathic Physiology, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway2002–2007 Guest researcher at Nordic Institute of Dental Materials, Oslo, Norway2004 Specialized in Prosthetic Dentistry, Gazi University, Faculty of Dentistry, Ankara, Turkey1998 Received his dental degree from the Faculty of Dentistry at Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey

Dr. Mutluay has published in a wide range of subjects in the area of prosthetic dentistry and dental materials including in vitro and in vivo research and his current research interest include characterization of light curing units, polymerization, and fatigue of dental materials and interfaces.

Johanna TannerDDS, PhD, Specialist in Prosthetic Dentistry

Senior Lecturer at the Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomaterials Research, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku

2008 Completed her training as a specialist in Prosthetic Dentistry2003 Completed her PhD thesis at the University of Turku, Finland1995 Received her dental degree from the University of Turku, Finland

Dr. Johanna Tanner’s research focus has been in the field of dental materials, especially fiber-reinforced composites, both in vitro and in vivo. The topics of her publications have addressed the microbial adhesion to fiber-reinforced composites, clinical performance of resin-bonded FRC bridges and the use of FRC materials in endodontically treated teeth.

Anna-Liisa Svedström-OristoDDS, PhD, Specialist in Orthodontics

Associate Professor in Orthodontics, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Finland

2007– University Lecturer, Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, University of Turku, Finland2015 Senior Lecturer, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diseases, University of Helsinki, Finland2009 Special Competence in Dental Education, Finnish Dental Association 2004 Doctor of Odontological Science (PhD), University of Turku, Finland1997 Specialist Degree in Orthodontics, University of Turku, Finland1994–2007 Various positions (Assistant Head Dentist, Research Associate, Senior Assistant, University Lecturer), Department of Oral Development and Orthodontics, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Finland1980 Licenciate of Odontology (DDS), University of Turku, Finland

Dr. Svedström-Oristo's main research areas consist of subjective and objective outcome of orthodontic care as well as effectiveness of Orthognathic-Surgical treatment. She has over 25 years of clinical experience in Finnish Municipal Health Centres as a consulting orthodontist and specialist orrthodontist.

Jenni HjerppeDDS, Specialist in Prosthodontics, PhD

Assistant professor, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and StomatognathicPhysiology, University of Turku, Finland

2014 Completed her training as a specialist in Prosthetic Dentistry at the University of Helsinki, Finland 2010 Completed her PhD Thesis at the University of Turku, Finland2009 Visiting Scholar at the Department of Biomaterials and Biomimetics, College of Dentistry, New York University, USA2004 Received her dental degree from the University of Oulu, Finland

Dr. Hjerppe has published several articles in the field of dental materials and the topic of her PhD thesis was zirconia as dental biomaterial. Her current research focus is on dental ceramics and implant reconstructions. At the University of Turku Dr Hjerppe is teaching undergraduate students and supervising a PhD student. She also works as a specialist in Prosthetic dentistry at The Hospital District of Helsinki and Uusimaa (HUS), Helsinki, Finland, supervising specializing students and treating complex patient cases.

Dr. Kostin is an innovative Russian dentist with extensive experience in prosthodontics. He specializes in microscopic esthetic restorative dentistry. He began his CAD/CAM journey in 2012. He is committed to implementing new technology and provides a full digital solution for his patients. Dr. Kostin also organizes theoretical and practical courses in prosthodontics and esthetic digital dentistry in his Dental Study Center in St-Petersburg. His cases are published in numerous Russian dental journals.

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Ilgam UrazbakhtinDDS

Head of the Department of Surgery, AG Faber Dentaplant, Ufa, Russia

2012– Head of the Department of Surgery, AG Faber Dentaplant, Ufa, Russia2011–Lecturer 1996–2012 Internship, the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, City Clinical Hospital №21, Ufa, Russia1995 Graduated as DDS from the Bashkortostan State Medical University (BSMU), Ufa, Russia

Dr. Urazbakhtin lectures in international and national congresses and meetings on maxillofacial surgery and dental implantology. He is engaged in an active restoration of oral tissues (both soft and bone), the installation of the implants, the elimination of aesthetic and functional deficiencies of the dentition. Dr. Urazbakhtin holds one patent and has acquired a medal "Excellence in Dentistry".

Dr. Deborah Bomfim qualified with Honours from King's College London Dental Institute at Guy's, King's and St Thomas' Hospitals. She completed foundation training in practice and worked at 4 major London Teaching Hospitals, before moving to the Eastman for a Masters in Conservative Dentistry (awarded with Distinction) and a 5 year Specialist Training Programme in Restorative Dentistry (prosthodontics, periodontology, endodontics and implant dentistry). Deborah also works as a specialist in leading private practices in London, managing patients who require multi-disciplinary care including complex prosthodontic, periodontology and implant dentistry.

Deborah is actively involved in training future specialists and has set up and run national and regional courses for dentists and dental care professionals, including for the British Society of Restorative Dentistry.

Irina KornetovaDDS

The head of therapeutic Department of the Dental Center “Stomus“ Assistant Professor of General dentistry of Mechnikov North-West State Medical

2014– The head of therapeutic Department of the Dental Center “Stomus “2011–Assistant Professor of General dentistry of Mechnikov North-West State Medical 2011–2014 The leading dentist the International Medical Center “SOGAZ”2008–2011 International clinic “MEDEM”, head of the Department of dentistry (therapy, orthopedics)2010–The certified medical consultant of Dentsply company2006– The certified medical consultant of VDW company2003–2008Assistant of Stomatology Department of medical faculty, Saint - Petersburg state University1998–2008 Dentist at the dental Centre “Giulio”, teacher of training center “Amfodent” (the medical consultant of SybronEndo and VDW companies)

Dr. Irina Kornetova graduated as a candidate of medical Sciences in 1996 and since 2004 has lectured and held hands-on courses in endodontics at various institutes in Russia and abroad. Dr. Kornatova is currently head of the therapeutic Department of the Dental Center “Stomus” in St. Petersburg and has a ten year experience of active participation in the annual International dental Symposiums on endodontics in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Dr. Corpas’ PhD research focused in osseointegration and osseoperception of oral implants, and she finished a research grant on 3D bone follow-up at the KUL’s Department of Prosthetic Dentistry. She is still actively working on the area and teaching digital dentistry and prosthetics at the Advimago training center in Belgium.

She is an author and co-author of several international publications. She is also the winner of the Research Award of the European Dentomaxillofacial Radiology Association in 2014, and a finalist for the Research Award of the International Dentomaxillofacial Radiology Association in 2009.

Dr. Leila Perea’s research focus has been in the field of dental materials in fiber-reinforced composites. Her publications have shown improvements on the physical and mechanical properties of fiber-reinforced composite fixed dental prostheses. She is additionally investigating the use of the CAD/CAM technology in prosthetic dentistry.

Niko MoritzMSc (eng), PhD

Lecturer, Department of Biomaterials Science, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku

2011– Lecturer, Department of Biomaterials Science, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku2010 Assistant Professor, Department of Biomaterials Science, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku2005 PhD, Biomaterials and Bioengineering, Faculty of Medicine, University of Turku, Finland1993–1996 Research assistant, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Finland1991–1992 Researcher, Department of Biochemistry, University of Turku, Finland1991 MSc (eng), Moscow Institute of Radio Engineering Electronics and Automation (Moscow State Technical University of Radio Engineering Electronics and Automation), Moscow, USSR

Dr. Moritz has authored or co-authored over 30 peer-reviewed publications on subjects that include fiber-reinforced composites, the biomechanics of orthopedic implants, biomedical imaging, bioactive coatings and dental implants.